Roofing Laborer

Baker Roofing Company; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 31,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

7 Paid Holidays

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401K

PTO

Weekly Pay

Paid on-the-job training

Job summary

Baker Roofing Company is seeking a Laborer to assist roofers and foremen with preparing job sites and covering roofs with a variety of materials. You may operate hand and power tools to help install materials and ensure a clean, safe work area.

The role emphasizes safety, teamwork, and the ability to follow instructions while meeting project deadlines. Training is provided, and no prior roofing experience is required.

Qualifications

• Education: High School/G.E.D preferred but not required.
• Experience: General construction experience preferred.
• Certifications: None required.
• Driver License: Preferred.
• Must be self-motivated and open to feedback.

Responsibilities

• Assist Roofers and Foremen with preparing the job site and covering roofs with materials.
• May operate hand and power tools of all types.
• Support installation of vapor barriers and insulation.
• Cover nail heads with roofing cement to prevent leaks.
• Follow safety procedures and meet job deadlines.

Skills

Safety procedures

Attention to detail

Organization/Planning

Teamwork

Reading tape measure

Basic construction knowledge

Education

High School/G.E.D preferred

Tools

Hand and power tools

Job description

About the Company

Baker Roofing Company is a long‑standing leader in commercial roofing, residential construction, metal fabrication, restoration, and more. With over 20 locations across the Southeast, we emphasize safety, work‑life balance, and a structured growth plan that can fast‑track a Laborer to Master Foreman. We invest in our employees through intensive training courses and competitive benefits.

Benefits

• 7 Paid Holidays
• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• 401K
• PTO
• Weekly Pay
• Paid on‑the‑job training – no previous roofing experience required

Responsibilities

Assist Roofers and Foremen with preparing the job site and covering roofs with materials such as metal, shingles, copper, slate, asphalt, aluminum, wood, and related materials. May operate hand and power tools of all types.

Essential Functions

• Clean up debris from the roof surface and surrounding property
• Assist with the installation of vapor barriers and/or layers of insulation on the roof decks
• Cover exposed nail heads with roofing cement or caulking to prevent water leakage and rust
• Assist with the installation of partially overlapping layers of material over roof insulation surfaces
• Assist with covering roofs and exterior walls of structures with metal, single‑ply systems, slate, asphalt, aluminum, wood, gravel, gypsum, and/or related materials using brushes, knives, punches, hammers, and other tools
• Operate vehicles, mechanized devices, or equipment
• Repair cracks, defects, or damage using proper materials
• Apply adhesives, caulking, sealants, or coatings
• Meet the physical demands of the job

Minimum Qualifications

• Education: High School/G.E.D preferred but not required
• Experience: General construction experience preferred
• Certifications: None required
• Driver License: Preferred
• Self‑motivated, open‑minded, and able to accept constructive criticism

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of basic safety techniques and procedures
• Attention to detail, ability to prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines according to instructions received
• Ability to organize, plan, and execute work assignments
• Interpersonal skills necessary to work on a team
• Ability to read and use tape measure, mark, or record distances
• General basic knowledge of construction materials and tools involved in the construction or repair of structures
• Ability to identify problems and communicate them to the foreman in order to accomplish work
• Ability to identify and resolve problems in a timely manner according to instructions received

Physical Demands

• Requires standing up for long periods of time
• Requires climbing ladders, scaffolds, and stairways
• Requires considerable use of your arms and legs and moving your whole body in order to climb, lift, balance, walk, and handle materials
• Requires use of abdominal and lower back muscles to support part of the body repeatedly or continuously over time without giving out or fatiguing
• Requires seeing details at close range
• Requires repetitive movement, bending or twisting, kneeling, crouching, stooping, or crawling
• Requires ability to stand, walk, lift, and carry items weighing 50 pounds regularly

Work Environment

• Requires working in extremely bright or inadequate lighting conditions, in very hot (above 90 F degrees) or very cold (below 32 F degrees) temperatures, including exposure to sounds and noise levels that are distracting or uncomfortable
• Includes exposure to contaminants, hazardous material, or equipment
• Mistakes are not easily correctable and have serious consequences, therefore safety procedures need to be followed
• Requires exposure to minor burns, cuts, bites, or stings
• Requires exposure to high places or dangerous conditions

Disclaimer

The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Baker Roofing Company is an equal opportunity employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. If you need special assistance or accommodation in applying for employment at Baker Roofing Company, please contact our Recruiting department at 919‑828‑2975 or [e-mail].
EOE Minorities/Females/Disability/Veterans; VEVRAA Federal Contractor